anyone try the Scarpa Ions?

I just received a couple of pairs to try on for size. I got them because of how much I really like my Sparks. These were my first step into lower drop shoes for backpacking (they're 6mm) and getting my feet into shape. Anyway, according to the Scarpa site they are based on the Sparks but have a firmer foot plate, which strikes me as perfect… So I snooped around the web and like you, found little in the way of reviews, only one actually. But a sale at Backcountry Gear helped me pull the trigger. Just tried them on tonight for size & they seem to have same sizing as my Sparks – I'd read the Ions run small but they seem about the same to me… Though the Ions look like they have a bit less mesh, unfortunately. Anyway, it may be a couple of weeks before work lets me get outside for a long walk. I'll report back when I can –

Peter- look forward to the report :) regarding euro sizing, if I'm a size 10 (Pearl Izumi and Montrail) would I be better off w/ a 43 or 43.5 do you think?

can you also comment on toe box size?

thanks

Mike –

I wear a 11.5-12 size US and the 46.5 Euro works for me. Then again, my feet are a little weird in that my left foot is larger than my right. Ideally, I'd like a 46.5 for my right and a 46.75 for my left… odd that no ones offers this just for me. I ordered the 47 size as well, but the right foot is just too big. Anyway, pay closer to retail & order two sizes from a vendor who offers free returns ( Amazon often, others as well…).
The toe box is ample for me & I'm not a narrow foot.

cheers-

thanks- that's a good idea ordering two sizes; glad to hear the toe box is roomy

we have several good running shoe stores, but none carry Scarpa so mail order is the only option

Either of you guys end up putting some miles on these shoes?

They seem like a good option. But very little in the way of reviews.

I love my Sparks. But a more robust foot plate should help with foot fatigue for longer distances.